FeaturesBathroom - Full, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid
LevelSecond
79 Cedarwood Avenue, Waltham MA 02453
Waltham, MA 02453 • Cedarwood
$799,900
Est. $4,549/month
About this home
Highly desirable Cedarwood neighborhood! This pristine brickfront semi-dormered Cape is beautifully sited on a prominent private corner lot and offers the perfect blend of charm, updates, and convenience. Features include a newer granite kitchen with stainless steel appliances, fireplaced living room, formal dining room, first-floor bedroom, and newer tile bath. The second floor offers a skylit primary bedroom, additional bedroom, and new designer tile bath. Gleaming hardwood floors flow throughout the main living areas. The younger walkout finished lower level provides an ideal family room, playroom, home office, or gym. Recent improvements include newer 2017 windows, newer 2017 roof, new 2025 gas heating system, and mini-split air conditioning. Enjoy the private fenced patio complete with Jacuzzi tub, sprinklered yard, garage, and mature landscaping. Conveniently located near public transportation, commuter rail, restaurants, shopping, parks, Brandeis University, and major routes.
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Property History
Market Insights
21.6%
Price Range
1
Previous Sales
Property Timeline
Status: Active under contract
Jul 1, 2026
Active → Active Under Contract
Pending Sale
Jun 30, 2026
Offer accepted, sale pending
Listed for Sale
Jun 24, 2026
$799,900
Original listing
Agent: Hans Brings RESULTS
Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Waltham
Previous Transaction - MLS #72315676
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Previously Sold
Jul 17, 2018
$627,500
MLS #72315676
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/01/2026 | 📋 Status: Active under contract | - | - | - | Active → Active Under Contract |
| 06/30/2026 | ⏳ Pending Sale | - | - | - | Offer accepted, sale pending |
| 06/24/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $799,900 | - | - | Original listing |
| 07/17/2018 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $627,500 | - | - | MLS #72315676 |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $3,656 | $666,900 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$3,656
Tax Year 2026
Assessed Value
$666,900
Facts & Features
1 Car Garage
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1950
Living Area
1,536 sq ft
Lot Size
0.16 acres
Bedrooms
3
Full Baths
2
Total Rooms
7
Interior
Heating
Steam, Natural Gas
Cooling
Ductless
Flooring
Wood, Tile
Appliances
Electric Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator
Fireplace
Living Room
Fireplaces
1
Basement
Full, Finished, Interior Entry, Concrete
Laundry
In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
Frame
Architecture
Cape
Roof
Shingle
Features
Patio, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Fenced Yard
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
Fenced
Patio/Porch
Patio
Parking
Garage Spaces
1
Has Garage
Yes
Features
Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street
Total Spaces
3
Utilities
Electric
Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Electric Range, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Financial
Annual Tax
$3,656
Assessed Value
$666,900
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
Down Payment Resource
Eligible
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
None
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Documents
None
County
Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
18 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
Sale Pending
Year Built
1950
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
1,536 sq ft
Total Rooms
7
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
1,152 sq ft above grade
384 sq ft below grade
Dimensions15 x 12
FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Hardwood
LevelSecond
Dimensions15 x 14
FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Hardwood
LevelSecond
FeaturesBathroom - Full, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid
LevelFirst
Dimensions11 x 8
FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Hardwood
LevelFirst
Dimensions13 x 11
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood
LevelFirst
Dimensions16 x 8
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid
LevelFirst
Dimensions15 x 11
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood
LevelFirst
Dimensions17 x 16
LevelBasement
FeaturesNo
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchPatio
Room Markers
BABathroom (4)
BRBedroom (5)
DDining (1)
KKitchen (1)
LLiving (2)
OOffice (1)
Conceptual diagram based on MLS room data. It is not to scale and is not a substitute for architectural plans or on-site measurements.
Interior Features
Flooring:
Wood, Tile
Appliances:
Electric Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator
Interior Features:
Windows:
Insulated Windows
Basement:
Full, Finished, Interior Entry, Concrete
Laundry:
In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Security:
Construction & Materials
Style:
Cape
Year Built:
1950
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Frame
Roof:
Shingle
Foundation:
Block
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Steam, Natural Gas
Heating Zones:
1
Cooling:
Ductless
Cooling Zones:
2
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Patio, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Fenced Yard
Patio & Porch:
Patio
Fencing:
Fenced
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Corner Lot
Road Frontage:
0.00 ft
Road Surface:
Paved
Parking & Garage
Garage Spaces:
1
Garage Type:
Attached
Total Parking Spaces:
3
Parking Features:
Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street
Special Features
Fireplaces:
1
Fireplace Type:
Living Room
Community Amenities:
Public Transportation, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Highway Access, University
Nearby Schools
School District
Waltham School District local
B+
School Safety
2024-25
2.3%
Average
2.2%
Suspensions
1.4%
In-School
0.1%
Emergency
3.2% below state avg
Elementary Schools
3 schools
B-
William F. Stanley Elementary School
0.6 mi
|
#420 of 824
|
Score: 47.2
Improved 49 spots from last year
-11.1 below state avg
381 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
Gifford School
0.8 mi
Grades 01-12
Meadowbrook School of Weston
1.2 mi
Grades PK-08
Middle Schools
3 schools
A-
John F Kennedy Middle School
1.6 mi
|
#94 of 352
|
Score: 50.3
Improved 34 spots from last year
-7.9 below state avg
635 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
B
John W. McDevitt Middle School
1.6 mi
|
#160 of 352
|
Score: 43.8
Dropped 17 spots from last year
-14.4 below state avg
618 students
Diverse
Grades 06-08
A+
F.A. Day Middle School
2.7 mi
|
#11 of 352
|
Score: 63.2
Improved 40 spots from last year
+5 above state avg
860 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
High Schools
3 schools
Cambridge School of Weston
1.1 mi
Grades 09-12
B-
Waltham Senior High School
1.6 mi
|
#179 of 346
|
Score: 53.0
Improved 59 spots from last year
-5.2 below state avg
1,791 students
Diverse
21 sports
• 1,802 athletes
Early College Program
Rising School
Career Tech Programs
College Ready Curriculum
Grades 09-12
Chapel Hill Chauncy Hall School
1.9 mi
Grades 09-12
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Cedarwood
79 Cedarwood Avenue, Waltham MA 02453
Waltham, MA 02453
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Hans Brings RESULTS
Listing Office
Coldwell Banker Realty - Waltham
Office Phone
781-893-0808
Agent MLS ID
TM336529
Office MLS ID
AN6239
Listing Data Updated
Jul 14, 2026 3:30 AM EDT
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